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Legend Biotech is a global biotechnology company dedicated to treating, and one day curing, life-threatening diseases. Headquartered in Somerset, New Jersey, we are developing advanced cell therapies across a diverse array of technology platforms, including autologous and allogenic chimeric antigen receptor T-cell and natural killer (NK) cell-based immunotherapy.

Legend Biotech entered into a global collaboration agreement with Janssen, one of the pharmaceutical companies of Johnson & Johnson, to jointly develop and commercialize ciltacabtagene autolecuel (cilta-cel) in 2017. Our strategic partnership is designed to combine the strengths and expertise of both companies to advance the promise of an immunotherapy in the treatment of multiple myeloma.

Legend Biotech is seeking Corporate Counsel as part of the Legal team based in Somerset, NJ.

Role Overview

The Corporate Counsel will be primarily responsible for drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts to support Legend Biotech’s US and EU operations. The Corporate Counsel will have secondary responsibilities for supporting other members of the Legal Department on strategic transactions, corporate governance, compliance and privacy matters and other ad-hoc projects. The position reports to Legend Biotech’s Deputy General Counsel – Corporate and Transactions.

Key Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and managing the execution of a broad array of commercial, procurement, and other contracts, including services agreements, confidentiality agreements, consulting agreements, clinical and other study agreements, SAAS agreements, statements of work, staffing agreements and other contracts.
Secondary responsibilities include supporting other members of the Legal Department on (i) business development and other strategic transactions, including performing and facilitating transaction due diligence, (ii) corporate governance and subsidiary management, (iii) compliance and privacy matters and (iv) other matters within the Legal Department, as assigned.
Identifying the need for, engaging, and incorporating the advice of, financial, technical, and other subject matter experts when working on a contract or transaction.
Managing cross-functional teams to drive contracts and transactions to conclusion.
Assisting in the development, implementation and enforcement of policies and procedures regarding contracts and related matters.
Analyzing and reporting on contract terms and transaction issues and counseling management and internal clients regarding transactions and negotiated terms, including requirements, obligations and risks.
Assisting in the development and maintenance of standard contract forms and templates.
Assisting in the development of contract repositories, including the configuration of contract files and the selection, implementation and configuration of contract management systems.
Participating in, and/or presenting to, various internal company committees and work teams, as assigned.
Supervise and manage outside counsel.

Requirements

At least 4 years of relevant experience, including drafting, reviewing, revising, and negotiating complex agreements and providing legal counsel on contracts and transactions. Experience in the life sciences or pharmaceutical industry is preferred.
J.D. degree from an accredited U.S. law school (or the equivalent); high academic achievement.
Licensed to practice law in one or more U.S. states; either admission to the New Jersey Bar or eligibility for in-house qualification in New Jersey.
Knowledge of the legal and regulatory environment applicable to a global life sciences company, including: the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act, the Public Health Services Act, the False Claims Act (and similar state laws), the Anti-Kickback Statute (and similar state laws), and the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (and similar anti-bribery laws).
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and comfort and proficiency with contract management tools.
Excellent oral and written communications skills and demonstrated leadership on cross-functional teams.
Team player with strong collaboration and organizational skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, demanding work environment.
Ability to prioritize work to meet changing needs.
Strong ability to influence and present complex information to senior leaders.
Demonstrated success in proactively and independently driving transactions and processes.

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Legend Biotech is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is Legend’s policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Legend Biotech maintains a drug-free workplace.

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